CARROT SOUP WITH ORANGE & TARRAGON

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A pretty orange color, a delicious hint of citrus and a garden-fresh flavor make this soup a requested dish at my many celebrations. Try sprinkling individual bowls with fresh tarragon before serving. -Phyllis Schmalz, Kansas City, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds fresh carrots, sliced
2 medium onions, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons brandy
4 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
8 tarragon sprigs

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute carrots and onion in butter for 8-10 minutes or until onion is tender. Add the broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-12 minutes or until carrots are very tender. Cool slightly., In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return all to pan; stir in the orange juice, brandy and minced tarragon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with tarragon sprigs before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 823mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

hossain chowdhury
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can use fresh or frozen carrots. It's the perfect soup for a weeknight dinner.


Raj Banik
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I'm not a big fan of carrot soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The orange and tarragon added a really nice flavor that I loved.


TECHNICAL SHAHAN
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This soup is so creamy and flavorful. I love the hint of orange and tarragon. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Ndjekela Lukrentia
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I've been making this soup for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day or a light lunch.


Kimberly Childers
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can use fresh or frozen carrots. It's the perfect soup for a weeknight dinner.


Dominion Kelly
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I'm not a big fan of carrot soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The orange and tarragon added a really nice flavor that I loved.


Aashiq Ansari
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This soup is so creamy and flavorful. I love the hint of orange and tarragon. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


tomasz juraszek
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I was looking for a healthy and flavorful carrot soup recipe and this one fit the bill perfectly. It was easy to make and the flavors were amazing.


Chibuike Nwafor
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This soup is delicious! I love the combination of carrots, orange, and tarragon. It's the perfect soup for a light lunch or dinner.


Adrian Dlugolecki
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a winner. It's creamy, flavorful, and the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


Saraswati Adhikari
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use fresh or frozen carrots.


Teresita Manalo
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I'm not a big fan of carrot soup, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The orange and tarragon added a really nice flavor.


Kaseera Joyce
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I thought this soup was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it didn't really wow me either.


Abdul Motin
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This soup was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less orange juice.


diagnostics Saifmoustafa
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfectly. It was creamy, flavorful, and had a beautiful orange color. I will definitely be making this soup again.


oyena mivuyo135
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the unique flavor. I highly recommend trying this recipe if you're looking for something different and delicious.


Sherey Jutt
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This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, but also light and refreshing. I love the combination of carrots, orange, and tarragon.


Janii Alam
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I found this recipe to be very easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me. The soup turned out creamy and flavorful, with a beautiful orange color. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was a hit!


Pablo Lowest
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This carrot soup was a delightful surprise! The orange and tarragon added a unique and refreshing twist to the classic carrot soup flavor. I especially enjoyed the hint of citrus from the orange zest.